CVE-2014-1824: Code Injection

Published Jul 8, 2014

Updated

Windows Journal in Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows Server 2008 SP2 and R2 SP1, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2012 Gold and R2, and Windows RT Gold and 8.1 allows remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Journal (aka .JNT) file, aka "Windows Journal Remote Code Execution Vulnerability."

Affected Software

10 affected components

Microsoft Windows 7=sp1

Microsoft Windows 8

Microsoft Windows 8.1

Microsoft Windows RT

Microsoft Windows RT 8.1

Microsoft Windows Server 2008=sp2

Microsoft Windows Server 2008=r2-sp1

Microsoft Windows Server 2012

Microsoft Windows Server 2012=r2

Microsoft Windows Vista=sp2

Remediation

Patch Available

https://support.microsoft.com/kb/2971850

Event History

Jul 8, 2014

CVE Published

via MITRE·10:00 PM

Data Sourced

via MITRE·10:00 PM

Description

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the severity of CVE-2014-1824?

The severity of CVE-2014-1824 is classified as critical due to the potential for remote code execution.

How do I fix CVE-2014-1824?

To fix CVE-2014-1824, apply the relevant security update provided by Microsoft for your affected version of Windows.

What are the affected versions by CVE-2014-1824?

CVE-2014-1824 affects Microsoft Windows Vista SP2, Windows 7 SP1, Windows 8, Windows 8.1, Windows Server 2008 SP2, and others.

What type of attack does CVE-2014-1824 enable?

CVE-2014-1824 enables remote attackers to execute arbitrary code via a crafted Journal file.

Is there a workaround for CVE-2014-1824 if I can't update?

A recommended workaround for CVE-2014-1824 is to disable Windows Journal or avoid opening untrusted Journal files.